C/AV and Smart Mobility — Stream 1

Who is eligible?

This grant is designed to support Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and their eligible partners in the development and commercialization of connected and autonomous vehicle technologies and smart mobility solutions.

• SMEs with fewer than 500 global, full-time employees based in Ontario.
• Partnerships can be formed with National and Multinational Enterprises (NEs and MNEs), academic institutions, municipalities, Indigenous communities, not-for-profit organizations, Crown Corporations, and transit authorities.

Who is not eligible

There are certain types of companies that are not eligible for this grant.

• Companies with more than 500 global, full-time employees

Eligible expenses

The grant supports projects focused on the technological advancement and commercialization of connected and autonomous vehicles (C/AV) and smart mobility solutions. Eligible activities involve stages of development that enhance market readiness and collaborative innovation.

• Technology proof-of-concept development for connected and autonomous vehicle technologies.
• Demonstration of C/AV solutions to potential customers.
• Validation and testing of smart mobility products and services.
• Piloting innovative intelligent transportation systems and transit-supportive systems.
• Collaborative projects with researchers and private sector partners to extend R&D capabilities.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant focuses on companies with operations based in Ontario. This requirement ensures that the development and commercialization of technologies occur within the province.

• Ontario, Canada

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

• Projects must be at Technology Readiness Level 3-9, focusing on more advanced stages like prototype development rather than initial research.
• The fund supports projects with up to $100,000, requiring a minimum 2:1 contribution from private sector partners or applicants.
• The program aims to commercialize and demonstrate Ontario-made technologies specifically, highlighting local technological advancements.
• Partnerships are encouraged and should present significant commercial opportunities.
• The program promotes public/private partnerships and collaboration at the intersection of research and commercial application.
• Applicants need to maintain close collaboration with partners and demonstrate scalable outcomes with potential for commercialization and a competitive advantage.